I've had a retina problem in one eye for two years and now I'm almost blind in that eye I can only see shadows. I've seen several retina specialists but they all say there's no treatment available. Is retina transplant surgery an option for my condition? Are there any other treatments I could try?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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While a retina transplant isn't currently a standard treatment for vision loss, there are other potential options and avenues to explore. It's important to understand that treatment for retinal diseases depends on the specific cause and severity of the condition

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Answered 14/08/2025

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